Fitter Tester; GDS M-F

Fitter Tester (GDS) M/F

As part of continued growth, Safran, based in Wolverhampton, is currently recruiting Fitter/Testers to operate within our Assembly & Test module. You will be responsible for evaluating and building units and sub‑assemblies using both mechanical and electrical techniques, working from technical drawings, manufacturing process plans, and production acceptance test schedules. You will carry out testing, final inspections, and fault diagnosis while supporting continuous improvement across the team.

• Evaluate and build units/sub‑assemblies to required specifications.
• Adhere to all relevant quality procedures and participate in investigations where necessary.
• Perform testing using the appropriate facilities and record results.
• Complete final inspections on finished units prior to dispatch.
• Carry out any process or function within the Assembly and Test route (training provided as required).
• Assess manufactured features for compliance and raise non‑conformances as required.
• Participate in electronic and/or hydraulic fault finding and diagnosis.
• Support team objectives and continuous improvement activities, including lean events and workshops.
• Operate and maintain stock control systems.
• Transport materials, tools, and equipment as necessary.

Essential skills:

• Engineering‑biased NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Apprentice trained or time served.
• Experience in the use of mechanical assembly tools such as verniers and micrometres.

Desirable skills:

• Electronics Assembly and Test experience (IPC trained beneficial).
• Knowledge of handling procedures for Electrical Static Devices (ESD).
• Flexible approach with willingness to work as part of a team.
• Calm under pressure and responsive to change.
• Good communication skills and ability to work on own initiative.
• PC literate.
• Demonstrable problem‑solving abilities.

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/adoption leave – up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non‑Pregnant Parent/Co‑adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)
• Structured training & opportunities to progress

Safran is an international high‑technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defence offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

Stratford Road WV10 7EH
, Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom